Welcome to Next Donor, a podcast about what it takes to lead a nonprofit organization and grow your donor base. Next Donor is hosted by Andy Jones, Founder and Managing Director of Roundtree.

In this episode, we talk with Cole Costanzo, Chief Executive Officer at DB&A Executive Search & Recruitment.

Prior to consulting, Cole spent nearly 20 years working internationally, first in the corporate and public sectors and then in private philanthropy and non-profit leadership. His passion and personal calling are to serve those who serve. Through his time overseas with Coca-Cola, the US Government, and NATO, and then as a grant-maker and Executive Director, Cole has been privileged to work alongside leaders from nearly every continent and culture.

Through our conversation with Cole, you'll learn a ton of practical tips and insights, including:

Cole's career journey, including his stints with Coca-Cola, the US Government, NATO, and the Maclellan Foundation (00:25)

What the nonprofit talent landscape looks like (07:58)

The top qualities of effective fundraisers (12:45)

Why DB&A provides a two-year guarantee for every executive placement (18:50)

Advice to organizations beginning an executive search (25:25)

Why fundraising is crucial to the long-term flourishing of your nonprofit (31:35)

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Next Donor is a production of Roundtree, a marketing agency that helps nonprofit organizations clarify and amplify their marketing to grow their donor base. Learn more at RoundtreeAgency.com.